We’re looking for an experienced (at least 2+ years as a Veterinary Assistant), Senior Veterinary Assistant to join our team and this new Urgent Care clinic!
As an Urgent CareSenior Veterinary Assistant, you will:
- Performing phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.
- Assist with monitoring sedated patients
- Triage Urgent Care cases as they arrive at the hospital including obtaining vitals such as temperature heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure.
- Perform digital radiography using proper technique including proper positioning of patients.
- Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
- Properly calculate medical math and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
- Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.
- Be able to conduct oneself in a professional manner even under stress
- Have help with team training, development and support
- Accurately record controlled drugs
- Have a knowledge of common veterinary drugs, their uses, side effects and dosages
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
Work Location: In person